Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
embolden
verb
/ɪmˈboʊldən/
Definition
To give someone the confidence or courage to do something.
Examples
- His praise emboldened her to speak up in the meeting.
- The success of the project will embolden the team to take on more challenges.
- Seeing others take risks can embolden individuals to step out of their comfort zones.
Meaning
Embolden means to make someone feel more confident or brave in a situation.
Synonyms
- encourage
- inspire
- uplift
- strengthen